They've got LOTS of them and they're BIG, just like everything else in Texas!!

Wildlife Connections

TEXAS; OLD MEXICO & WYOMING....

We take pride in managing trophy caliber ranches and our goal is to manage for the best animal the area can produce.  We hunt entirely large private ranches and only harvest appropriate numbers of mature,  quality,  free-ranging animals...Jimmy Fontenot;   "Wildlife Connections."

We utilize guides who are professional sportsmen familiar with the country and species of animal hunted.

Jimmy Fontenot (Owner/Outfitter - "Wildlife Connections") was raised in this region of Texas and has become extremely famiiliar with the quality and management of the Whitetail Deer.  Upon graduation from college, with a Masters Degree in Range and Wildlife Management, he was hired to teach undergraduate "Range and Wildlife" courses.  During this time,  Jimmy had the privilege of managing a quality Whitetail ranch while developing a comprehensive understanding of what makes for a successful hunting enterprise.

With the education and practical field experience from managing a large Texas ranch in 1992,  Jimmy began to fulfill his lifelong dream of supplying landowners professional guidance while offering hunters the best possible hunting experience for the money.   So began "Wildlife Connections, Inc.",  with a spirit of enthusiasm and professionalisn unmatched by many outfits.

Trey Garmon came to work for "Wildlife Connections" in 1993.  He brings with him a love of hte outdoors and a degree in "Animal Science/ Wildlife Management."  Trey serves as head of guides and oversees all ranch related activities.

We are glad you are taking time to review our brochure information.  Sportsmanship and fair chase are a high priority on our hunts.  Although we make no guarantees as the hunter success,  as professionals, we will do our very best to provide you that hunt you will always remember.

TEXAS:  Each ranch is under strict supervision of a "Wildlife Connections" biologist and only appropriate numbers of animals are harvested.

Our Whitetail program encompasses over 50,000 acres and hunts range from 4 to 5 days, depending on time of year and deer activity.

Package Price:

4 Day Hunt = $1,995.00 - $2,700.00

Non-Resident Permits = $250.00

We utilize 1 guide per 2 hunters and accommodations are either houses or lodges.

Regular Guided Hunt - Harvest: 1 Buck, 2 Does, 1 Turkey. 

Deposits: A 50% deposit will "secure" your hunt. Deposits are non-refundable. Balance due 30 days prior to hunt.

OLD MEXICO: "Wildlife Connections" also hunt some of the finest ranches Old Mexico has to offer.  Situated in the trophy regions of the states of Nuevo Leon and Coahuila,   these ranches have produced their share of quality whitetails.  Single and double drop tines are not uncommon and wide spreads with multiple tines are the norm.

Expect bucks to score in the minimum 130 class;  average between 145-160 class B&C and the potential for a record book head is ever present.

Only 6 hunters are taken per hunt and the hunt totals 5 days.  We have taken trophy bucks from tower blinds, vehicle blinds, stalking and rattling... so,  every technique will work at any given time.

COST:  $3,950 plus Mexico permits and Consulate letter.  Hunts are 5-days and includes transportation into Mexico, guides, meals and lodging;  High rack vehicles, portable tripods. Hunter may harvest "one" trophy buck.

WYOMING: "Wildlife Connections" hunts approximately 100,000 acres in the Rolling Plains region of South Central Wyoming  Hunting is solely on large private ranches where hunting pressure islimited and game is managed. 

We take very few hunters on each ranch;  therefore, space is limited and hunts fill up quickly.  By taking fewer hunters,  we increase our success ratio on mature animals.

Antelope bucks will range from 12 to 16 inches of horn length with 13-14 being common. Mule Deer bucks will average 4 points per side, excluding brow points with 22-30 inch inside spreads.

COST:  3-Day Antelope Hunt = $1,200.00

       5-Day Combo Hunt = $2,300 plus $750 Trophy Fee                                             (Antelope)

4-Day Deer Hunt = $2,400.00

"Do It Yourself" Antelope hunt..3-days = $450.00

5-Day Archery Antelope =  $800.00

Hunt includes airport transportation from Gillette, WY.  Accommodations on ranch; 1 guide per 2 hunters; meals and field care of game.  Cost does NOT include licenses, processing or alcoholic beverages.

Licenses: All big game licenses are subject to a "draw" and application for licenses must be at the Game and Fish Department by March 15th.  Applications for licenses with appropriate payment must be in our hands by March 5th.  Wyoming has a "Two-Tiered" draw system: "Preferred" and "Standard" draw.    "Preferred" draw is more expensive, but virtually guarantees the client will be drawn.

"Standard" License Cost = $195.00 for Deer & Antelope

"Preferred" License Cost = $295.00 for Deer & Antelope

Deposits:  We require a 50% deposit to secure your spot.  In the event you are unsuccessful in the draw,  money is refunded. Final payment is due 30 days prior to start of hunt. No refunds are made once final payment is made.

Exotics:  We offer the hunter a chance at any trophy exotic for a reasonable cost.  We operate on a "NO KILL - NO PAY" basis. 

:Daily guide fee is $100 per hunter.

:Hunting will include stalking and driving,  but we have blinds for bowhunters.

:$100 per day for food and lodging.

:We transport hunters from airport to ranch.

:We welcome rifle, bow and handgun as well as muzzle-loader hunters.

Other Species Available:

Axis Deer:               $1,500                                                    Auodad Sheep:       $1,250                                                Blackbuck Antelope:   $1,000                                                 Fallow Deer:            $1,350                                                   Scimitar Horned Oryx:  $2,850                                               Addax:                      $3,000                                                     Texas Ibex:                $1,000                                                 Mouflon Sheep:         $1,250

    Numerous Other Animals Available!

        Exceptional Trohies Available.

             Prices Reflect Quality.

Also Available... Rio Grande Turkey; Javelina & Predator Hunts.    ( Ask for info on these.)  References also available upon request..

Contact for more information and/or to book one of these hunts.